How much does a tanning salon cost

Tanning Salon Business FAQs

How much does it cost to start a tanning salon?

You can start a tanning salon for about $50,000. Costs include a space rental, space preparation with tanning booths, and tanning equipment.

How profitable is a tanning salon?

A tanning salon can be very profitable. You can make money from individual tanning appointments, memberships, and the sale of skin care products.

What licenses do I need to start a tanning salon?

Your state may require that you have a tanning license. There are also requirements to post information about the dangers of UV rays from tanning beds. You may also need other business licenses and permits at the state and local levels. Check with your local governments for requirements or visit MyCorporation’s Business License Compliance page.

What prices should I charge at my tanning salon?

A single use of a tanning service is about $20. Memberships average about $40 per month. After the costs of rent, overhead, and labor you should aim for a profit margin of about 30%. Once you know your costs, you can use this Step By Step profit margin calculator to determine your mark-up and final price points.

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How much does it cost to tan your body?

In general, a single spray tanning session at a salon costs between $25 and $50. And if you're going to have someone come to your house (called mobile airbrush tanning) expect to pay a little more than that. We've seen mobile technicians charge anywhere from $40 up to several hundred dollars.

How many sessions does it take to get a tan?

Usually, the skin will not tan after the first session, and the results only become visible after 3-5 sunbed tanning sessions. These sessions allow the skin to oxidize its melanin, darken the cells, and produce a tan. Lighter skin types may need a few extra sessions for the tan to deepen.

How long does a tan from a salon last?

A spray tan can last up to 10 days, but it also depends on your unique skin. A spray tan on lighter skin tones might last for about 5 days, medium shades can last between 7-8 days, and darker shades can last up to 10 days.

How much is 5 minutes in a sunbed?

So if you were to have a five minutes sunbed session, it would convert to around an hour in the actual sun. You can use this information to determine just how long you should use a sunbed for.